USE
(noun, verb)
There are 13 meanings of the word
Use.
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Use - as a noun
The act of using
Example: "He warned against the use of narcotic drugs"
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What something is used for
Example: "The function of an auger is to bore holes"
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A particular service
Example: "He put his knowledge to good use"
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
Example: "The consumption of energy has increased steadily"
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(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
Example: "Owls have nocturnal habits"
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Exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
Example: "His manipulation of his friends was scandalous"
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(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
Example: "We were given the use of his boat"
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Use - as a verb
Put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Example: "Use your head!"
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Take or consume (regularly or habitually)
Example: "She uses drugs rarely"
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Use up, consume fully
Example: "The legislature expended its time on school questions"
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Seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Example: "She uses her influential friends to get jobs"
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Avail oneself to
Example: "Apply a principle"
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Habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
Example: "She used to call her mother every week but now she calls only occasionally"
Example Sentences
"I use my phone to make calls."
"She uses her car to commute to work."
"He uses a hammer to drive nails."
"We can use this tool to fix the problem."
"They use their savings to buy a house."
Word Game Points
Is USE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, use is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
USE has a SCRABBLE points total of 3.
Is USE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, use is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 4.
Is USE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, use is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 4.